Back End Developer (Python)

iOLAP, Inc.

Cape Town, Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Employee Stock Options Grant

Health benefits plan

Flexible working hours

Pension plan

Job summary

Elixirr Digital is seeking a Back End Developer (Python) to design, develop, and optimize applications and APIs. You will work on high-performance systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

This role requires expertise in Python and experience with APIs, as well as an understanding of database technologies. The position is located onsite in Cape Town or Johannesburg.

Qualifications

Strong programming background with a focus on Python.
Experience solving complex engineering challenges.
Proficient in integrating with third-party tools.

Responsibilities

Proposing and designing software solutions for business needs.
Integration of data storage solutions.
Providing technical guidance to junior colleagues.

Skills

Expert in Python

Experience with APIs and FastAPI

Knowledge of NoSQL and relational databases

Working knowledge of Azure SDK for Python

Experience with model deployment

Understanding of Kubernetes concepts

Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (Git)

Job description

About the Role

You have a strong programming background? You feel at home designing back‑end systems and scalable architectures? You write clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code with attention to detail?

Join Elixirr Digital as a Back End Developer (Python) and shape the future of innovative, data‑driven solutions!

As a Back End Developer (Python), you’ll be responsible for architecting, developing, and optimizing high‑performance applications, APIs, and services that power robust and scalable platforms. You’ll solve complex engineering challenges, design efficient system integrations, and ensure best practices in code quality and testing. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to driving technical excellence across projects.

Location: onsite in Cape Town or Johannesburg (employment contract).

Responsibilities

Proposing and designing software solutions to address complex business needs
Integration of data storage solutions
Providing technical guidance and support to junior colleagues
Preparing technical and procedural documentation
Applying modern principles, methodologies, and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities
Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to design, develop, and implement new features that enhance project functionality

Required Competencies & Skillset

Expert in Python
Experience with APIs and FastAPI, including integrations with third‑party tools
Knowledge of NoSQL and relational databases
Working knowledge of Azure SDK for Python (azure‑identity, azure‑data‑tables, azure‑keyvault‑secrets)
Experience with model deployment: containers, microservices, and serverless functions
Understanding of Kubernetes concepts (architecture and design)
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (Git)

Nice to Have

Knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular or React
Experience integrating with third‑party payment APIs (Moneris, Stripe, Adyen, PayPal)

Personal Qualities

Passionate about technology. Anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical problems using a variety of specialized tools for application development and support.
Independent. Self‑motivated and ambitious, capable of managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
Problem‑solver. Think creatively and find solutions to complex challenges.
Creative and outside‑the‑box thinker. Look beyond blog posts and whitepapers, competitions, and state‑of‑the‑art benchmarks to solve real‑world problems.
Communicator. Strong verbal and written communication skills essential for effective collaboration and timely delivery of results within the team.
Proficient in English. Fluent in English, written and spoken, as required for a global environment.

Compensation & Equity